EU plans multi-billion euro boost for chip production, aiming for more independence from China

The European Union is planning to invest billions of euros to boost chip production in an effort to reduce dependence on China and the United States. The plan is aimed at ensuring Europe has its own supply of chips that are essential for modern technology, from smartphones to electric cars.

The move comes as the global semiconductor industry has been facing significant supply chain disruptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the ongoing trade tensions between the US and China. This has highlighted the need for countries to have their own domestic chip production capabilities to ensure uninterrupted supply chains. The EU’s plan, which is […]

China falling behind in the global AI chatbot race due to lack of focus and investment, says researcher

According to a recent report by TechTimes, China is falling behind in the global race to develop AI-powered chatbots, and a lack of focus and investment is to blame. While China has made significant investments in AI research and development and has some of the most advanced technology in the world, it is not translating into success in the chatbot market.

The report notes that Chinese chatbots are often criticized for lacking creativity and personality, and having difficulty understanding complex queries and delivering nuanced responses. This has hindered their adoption and market success, particularly compared to chatbots developed in the US and Japan. The report suggests that China’s lack of success in the chatbot market can […]

Leaked CIA Files Show China is Building Cyber Weapons to Hijack Enemy Satellites

Leaked files from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) reveal that China is developing cyberweapons capable of hijacking enemy satellites. The documents, obtained by the German news outlet Der Spiegel, provide details of a secret CIA program called "Vault 7," designed to develop hacking tools for use against foreign targets.

According to the leaked files, China’s military has established a dedicated unit, known as the Strategic Support Force, for developing and deploying cyberweapons. The country’s cyberweapons program is highly sophisticated and well-funded, enabling it to pose a significant threat to the United States and other countries with a significant satellite presence. China’s cyberweapons program is […]

Twitter Changes Stoke Russian, Chinese Propaganda Surge

Twitter has been used by state-affiliated accounts in Russia and China to spread propaganda, according to a report by the Stanford Internet Observatory. The report highlights how these accounts have been able to amplify their messages through the use of hashtags, retweets, and coordinated amplification.

The report examines four major propaganda campaigns conducted by state-affiliated accounts on Twitter. These campaigns include efforts to promote the Russian-backed RT network, to support China’s position on the Uyghur minority in Xinjiang, to spread disinformation about COVID-19, and to attack political opponents. The report reveals that many of these accounts use tactics such as […]

China Wants AI to Only Say Nice Things About the Communist Party. Good Luck with That

China's new AI regulations, published by the country's Cyberspace Administration, aim to promote Communist Party values and socialism while controlling the flow of information and suppressing dissent. The regulations apply to all aspects of the AI industry, including research, development, production, and deployment.

According to the regulations, AI technology must not “undermine national security” or “disrupt the social order,” and must be used to “promote economic and social development.” The rules also emphasize the importance of protecting personal privacy and resisting distortion, fraud, and deception. Critics argue that the new regulations represent a further tightening of control over […]

This is What Happened When China Let AI Control a Satellite

A recent report from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) has raised concerns about the dangers of allowing artificial intelligence (AI) to control military weapons, particularly in China. According to the report, China's use of AI-powered weapons poses a significant threat to international security due to the potential for autonomous operation without human oversight. The lack of transparency and accountability surrounding China's development of AI technology for military purposes is also highlighted.

This approach to AI in military applications differs from that of many Western countries, which prioritize human oversight and ethical considerations in the use of AI-powered weapons. The ASPI report emphasizes the need for a coordinated international approach to the development and use of AI in military applications to ensure safety and responsibility. As AI […]

A Tiny Blog Took on Big Surveillance in China, and Won

Hikvision, China's leading security camera company, is reportedly involved in a massive surveillance program across the country, according to a new report by video surveillance research firm IPVM. The report reveals that Hikvision has installed over 200 million cameras in China, many of which have facial recognition technology, to monitor public spaces and private businesses and homes.

The report also suggests that Hikvision collects data on citizens, including their movements and social connections, which the government uses to track and monitor individuals deemed to be a threat to national security. This has raised concerns among human rights groups and privacy advocates who argue that Hikvision’s technology is being used to violate the […]